You cannot use pen and paper, but you can use tool provided during the exam on the same exam environment like any text editor etc.

You cannot drink or eat during the exam.

So now the question is how to prepare for such a scenario so you would be very comfortable for giving your real exam. For that you can use regularly updated certification preparation material and trainings.

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